U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Alexander Peterson, a combat videographer with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, gives the monthly wrap up for 2nd MARDIV on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 27, 2026. 2nd Marine Division serves as the ground combat element for the II Marine Expeditionary Force, supporting and conducting operations and exercises across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jaden Beardsley)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. I.Z. Kyle Morales, from the Philippines, a powerline mechanic with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks on his journey about becoming a Marine from the Philippines, Feb. 27, 2026. Marines of 2nd MAW come from many different backgrounds, which contributes to the success of a well-versed and experienced fighting force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Gavin K. Kulczewski)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Henry David Volpe, an automotive maintenance technician with 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks about the HANX drone he designed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 25, 2026. The HANX is the Marine Corps' first National Defense Authorizing Act-compliant, 3D-printed drone, providing a secure and adaptable aerial platform for the modern warfighter. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. Makayla Elizalde) This audio was aquired through Adobe Stock.

Brig. Gen. Nina S. Berg, commander of the Norwegian Joint Logistics Operations Center, discusses Norwegian and U.S. military interoperability during an interview at Kjeller Air Base, Feb. 25, 2026. Berg highlights how coordinated logistics, shared sustainment capabilities, and multinational planning between Norway and U.S. forces strengthen collective defense, enhance operational readiness, and reinforce long-term stability and security in the Arctic region. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps video by 1st Lt. Jorin Hollenbeak)

The CH-53K King Stallion is an optimized, heavy-lift, sea-based, long-range solution for the Marine Air Ground Task Force. 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing increases readiness, lethality, and forward presence through modernization by embracing the capabilities of the CH-53K. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Mya Seymour)